Shower gel or body wash, which is best for you?

Here I give some basic information about body soaps and which is best for you can use according to your skin and your choice.

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Body soaps

Body soaps are meant to cleanse your body and remove dirt and excess oils that can contribute to unpleasant odors. They are also intended to help wash away bacteria that can lead to infection. Some soaps are even formulated to contain moisturizers.

Liquid body Soaps

Soap in liquid form. A cleansing agent made from the salts of vegetable or animal fats.

liquid soap is made with potassium hydroxide & combined with water, soft soap ready.

now I write about types of liquid soaps. .

Shower gel

It is very helpful in summer season.

Shower gel is better for people who has acne prons or oily skin or humid climates.

Body-wash

It is more hydrating and moisturizing, which makes it more useful in cold weather to help avoid stripping moisture away from the skin, which can open it up to damage.

Difference between body wash and shower gel

• Texture

The main difference between body wash and shower gel is their texture.

Body wash is like dish washing liquid texture and shower gel is in gel form.

• Fragrance

Shower gel has long lasting fragrances while body wash has mild fragrances.

• Ingredients

In shower gel, surfactants, water, preservatives , fragrance, ,detergent.

Body wash surfactants, emulsifiers, humectants, vitamin e, essential oils, natural extracts.

• Purpose

Shower gel can effectively wash away the dead cells from your skin.

Body wash work best to soothe dry skin with their moisturizing properties.

• Hygiene

Shower gel and body wash don’t have bacteria build up. because of the containers, the remaining liquid stays protected from air and physical contact.

• Suitability

As you get older, moisturizing body washes are more suitable for your skin as they make your skin soft, moisturized and supple for a longer time.

• Skin Type

For oily skin, shower gels are best.

For sensitive skin, you can use body wash because of lower pH LEVEL.